World Power Plants

PLTGU Sengkang180 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

PLTGU Sengkang, ranking as the 115th largest power generation facility in Indonesia, boasts a capacity of 180 MW, which accounts for 0.17% of the national total capacity of 108,203 MW. This gas-fired power plant, strategically located in a region where natural gas serves as the dominant fuel source, contributes to the Asian nation's ongoing transition towards cleaner energy alternatives. Since its commissioning, PLTGU Sengkang has played a pivotal role in stabilizing the local power grid, employing advanced gas turbine technology to improve efficiency while reducing environmental impact. The facility is situated close to other energy generation plants, including the coal-fired PLTU Barru and PLTU Sulawesi Selatan, both operating at 100 MW, and the oil-fired Suppa - Pare Pare at 60 MW. This mix of energy sources illustrates the diverse energy landscape in the region, where gas is increasingly favored over coal and oil. As Indonesia grapples with the challenges of energy security and sustainability, the presence of PLTGU Sengkang emphasizes the importance of gas as a transitional fuel. With a national energy profile that is still heavily reliant on fossil fuels, this facility plays an essential role in mitigating supply shortages and meeting rising demand. As the country continues to invest in renewable energy and diversify its energy sources, PLTGU Sengkang is likely to remain a key player in Indonesia's energy strategy, showcasing the dual benefits of reliability and lower emissions in the region's power generation portfolio.

Capacity
180 MW
Commissioning Year
2016

10 years old

Owner
Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN)
Location
-4.1761°, 120.0726°

Indonesia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 115. largest of 297 plants in Indonesia
  • #7,770 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,727 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.17% of the installed capacity of Indonesia
Age & fleet comparison

10 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) operates 7 plants totalling 7,445 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: -4.176121, 120.072588
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
347.7 Kt
710 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
3.48 Mt
Over 10 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2046
20 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
75.6K
cars per year
46.4K
homes per year
15.8M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Indonesia
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

IndonesiaEnergy Profile

297
Total Plants
108.2 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalHydroGeothermal
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